| a. | 1. | Of or belonging to that part or end which is in the rear, or which follows; |
| v. t. | 1. | To keep back or behind; to prevent from starting or moving forward; to check; to retard; to obstruct; to bring to a full stop; - often followed by from; |
| 2. | To prevent or embarrass; to debar; to shut out. | |
| v. i. | 1. | To interpose obstacles or impediments; to be a hindrance. |
| Verb | 1. | hinder - be a hindrance or obstacle to; "She is impeding the progress of our project" Synonyms: impede |
| 2. | hinder - hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of; "His brother blocked him at every turn" | |
| 3. | hinder - put at a disadvantage; "The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements" | |
| Adj. | 1. | hinder - located at or near the back of an animal; "back (or hind) legs"; "the hinder part of a carcass" |
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